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Hondo Onsen

Hondo Onsen

本土温泉

Kumamoto · Kyushu

Hondo Onsen is a tranquil hot spring located in the lush countryside of Kumamoto. It offers a serene atmosphere with natural mineral waters that are said to have healing properties, making it a perfect retreat for relaxation.

Why we picked it

Many travelers overlook this onsen due to its remote location, favoring more popular hot springs.

Best season
Year-round
Crowd level
Moderate
Rating
4.0· 1,150 reviews
Opening hours
Mon–Fri 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat–Sun 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Website
dondokoyu.com

Today

7:00–22:00

Stored weekly hours

Mon–Fri 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sat–Sun 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM

How to get there

From Hakata Station · ~3h 10m by car

Tags

onsen

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